For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 alternative public high schools serving 386 students in Arkansas.
The top ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas are Cabot Panther Academy and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkansas alternative public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 39% statewide average).
Arkansas alternative public high school have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cabot Panther Academy, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Alternative Public High Schools in Arkansas (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cabot Panther Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Funtastic Dr
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Grades: 7-12
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Grades: 6-12
| 65 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas?
The top ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas include Cabot Panther Academy and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many alternative public high schools are located in Arkansas?
2 alternative public high schools are located in Arkansas.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkansas?
Arkansas alternative public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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